Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Winner of the Miss Popularity Contest

Well, I am always having a secret contest in my shop to see which handmade lovely wins the prize for "Miss Popularity". Hands down, this beautiful handpainted silk needle felted scarf is the big winner. Of course, it helps that it all about ... yep, the birdies. :o)

I have created about 6 or 8 of these scarves so far, and they don't stay in my shop for even a few days. They sell right away. Hmmm, perhaps I've priced them too low-?

This one is extra special because of the bird house! How cute is that?!

These scarves are what I refer to as "Wearable Art". Drape it around your shoulders when you are heading out, and you've transformed the plainest nothing outfit into the most exquisite, glorious ensemble ever! Plus, NO ONE will be wearing anything like it, and EVERYONE will admire your beautiful Wearable Art creation! When you see them in real life, they take your breath away. They are so amazingly beautiful.

They are glorious around the neckline. I use my new needle felting machine to get the exquisite felt pattern, which helps to give the scarf that special billowy quilted look.

These scarves take me 4 hours to create, followed by a trip to my chiropractor... I can only create one every week or so. They really take a lot out of me.

They make a beautiful table runner when not in use as a scarf!

Let me know if you'd like to be notified when I make the next Birdie scarf. I'll email you a few photos so you can get first dibs before I place them in my shop. Shucks, they don't last there for more than a few minutes!

About Me

I'm Val, a mental health activist and a multimedia artist who is currently sidetracked by a love affair with felted fiber. I run a small handcrafting business, while working for NAMI San Diego where I advocate for Children, Youth and Families. I am also a wife and mom of two teen boys. I fight hard to keep them on track as they navigate the wonders and pitfalls of growing up. As an artist, painter, and an inventive seamstress, I have learned to craft my way through the rough patches in life... Along with my side kick, Lola (a Portuguese Water Dog), I am dedicated to living a Handmade Life out of a calm and welcoming home.
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